Pirastro Gold Rosin for Violin & Viola - Handmade in Germany
Orange. Especially well suited for Gold gut strings.
Which Rosin should I use?
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High quality rosin allows for perfect bowing without scratchy sounds, especially if only a thin layer of rosin is applied. The general rule is:
Another important aspect for choosing the right rosin is the core material of the string that are being used:
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steel strings are easier played if you use a hard, dry rosin
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for synthetic, gut and gut wound strings use a softer rosin
Moreover, experienced players prefer softer rosin when playing in a studio and harder rosin in a concert hall. Hard rosin works best in tropical climates while soft rosin is good for cold climates.
We develop our own specific rosin and design it according the technical requirements of our different string lines. That is also the reason why we name our rosin after the brand names of our violin and viola string lines.
How to use Rosin
Rosin should be used regularly though sparingly. As a general rule, it is enough to coat the bow once during any practice period. Be careful to apply rosin evenly across the whole length of the bow. This will ensure a good response when played at the frog and tip-end of the bow. Take care that your fingers don't get covered with rosin and use the cloth provided with all PIRASTRO rosins.
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